Lynne Dam
Key Takeaway
Lynne Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 350 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00216 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Brian Defibaugh
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lynne Dam?
Lynne Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lynne Dam?
Lynne Dam is owned by Brian Defibaugh (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lynne Dam built?
Lynne Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lynne Dam?
Lynne Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lynne Dam?
Lynne Dam has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lynne Dam last inspected?
Lynne Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.